Patient Education COPD: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | Page 21

Dry-Powder Inhaler A dry-powder inhaler (DPI) is a device that delivers medicine in a powder form so fine that it can be inhaled easily. DPIs come in many different designs. It is very important to use this device properly. Ask your pharmacist or other health care professional about the correct use of your DPI. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the best use of any of these devices. 20